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"Dare to Dream!"
Con Kottakis - member 2009-2011 Lizzy B (Barter) model with CHIC / NEXT MODELS USA / STORM LO |
Hi I'm Lizzy and have been modeling for 7yrs and I'm currently based in NY. June this year I was flown into Sydney
to shoot Just Jeans TVC and Campaign....I knew that a lot of skin was going to be shown so I knew I would have to
hit the gym and get my bod in fine form for the extra kgs the camera adds :P
I had been recommended Live well and Matt from a mutual friend. I was a little skeptical to begin with as i have trained with many over the years and been spoilt with working with some of the modeling industries top trainers, suffice to say that I was pleasantly surprised and sooooooooooo impressed with Live well and Matt as my trainer. He is responsible for
getting me into those jeans JUST JEANS in fact without any muffin tops. Not only is Matt an absolute gentleman he is a
great trainer, he had me doing something different everyday and he listened to my suggestions and researched anything
i asked and came back the next session and incorporated new exercises into our program. I LOVE live well and having
Matt as my trainer and I return to him every time I'm back in sydney I just wish I could pack Live well into my suitcase
everywhere I go.
Annette, 37 |
When I started a new job at the beginning of 2011, I promised myself it would also be the start of a new fitter and healthier lifestyle. How many times have I promised myself that?! I never enjoyed going to gyms, having only gone to the large crowded kind, but I wanted to get a combination of cardio exercise to lose weight, and resistance exercise to tone up and get some strength. So I reluctantly started looking for a gym near work that I could visit in my lunch breaks. Walking in to Live Well for the first time, it was nothing like I had expected. It was light and spacious, with cool music, and Matt’s friendly face greeting me. I was inspired by his explanation of the tailored fitness program, which is reviewed every 8 weeks, as well as lunchtime boxing and circuit classes. There was also a nice clean shower! So I launched into it, and even convinced two of my workmates to join too. My enthusiasm soon turned to alarm after the first few sessions where my muscles took a hammering from all the unfamiliar activity! I’d hobble back to work, but always be back again for the next session. Whilst my workouts are only 30 mins, they are always intense. Both Matt and Simon are immune to my groans, fortunately, and instead they motivate me to give it that little bit more. And sure enough, it works! I can honestly say I am fitter and stronger than I have ever been. I’ve lost 10kg, run the City 2 Surf in my fastest time, and gone from a size 14 to a 10. But that’s just part of why I love this gym. Every day I look forward to my visit to Live Well, and I go back to work feeling positive and energised. I also love the way Matt is often organising competitions and events to motivate us, and they usually raise money for charity too, which is awesome. He has created a genuinely friendly, inclusive and motivating environment at Live Well, and it has become a wonderful part of my life. Who’d have thought that 9 months later I’d still be as enthusiastic as the day I joined?
Luckman Hlambelo, 32 - Nurse Manager |
I feel like since I first stepped in the door of Live Well Health and Fitness Studio my life has been getting better and better every day. I have made so many improvements in myself, (far more then I had originally anticipated) and my life has improved in every way possible because of that. The 90 days seemed to fly by and the results kept getting better. As I was losing weight I started buying smaller clothes only to have to buy more as I lost more. That is a problem I am happy to have. My energy levels & stamina have increased tremendously allowing me to do many more things. I have had a massive body transformation, lost 10 % body fat and 8.5cm off my waist. Beyond the physical changes, my self esteem has changed a lot as well. For me, as a Health Services Manager this is the most valuable thing I have taken from this experience. I never thought or expected to accomplish what I have. This achievement has given me the confidence to make positive changes in other areas of my life as well. I could talk about how individualised and wonderful the training programs and people are for pages and pages but just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to Matthew Mazzaferro my personal trainer for helping me improve my body and my health and introducing me to a better quality of life! He kept me motivated and working hard. |
I feel like since I first stepped in the door of Live Well Health and Fitness Studio my life has been getting better and better every day. I have made so many improvements in myself, (far more then I had originally anticipated) and my life has improved in every way possible because of that. The 90 days seemed to fly by and the results kept getting better. As I was losing weight I started buying smaller clothes only to have to buy more as I lost more. That is a problem I am happy to have. My energy levels & stamina have increased tremendously allowing me to do many more things. I have had a massive body transformation, lost 10 % body fat and 8.5cm off my waist. Beyond the physical changes, my self esteem has changed a lot as well. For me, as a Health Services Manager this is the most valuable thing I have taken from this experience. I never thought or expected to accomplish what I have. This achievement has given me the confidence to make positive changes in other areas of my life as well. I could talk about how individualised and wonderful the training programs and people are for pages and pages but just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to Matthew Mazzaferro my personal trainer for helping me improve my body and my health and introducing me to a better quality of life! He kept me motivated and working hard.
Michael's Story |
When I first walked into the Live Well studio, I didn't want to be there at all.I knew I had a weight problem, but having not done much exercise before, the idea of running on a treadmill or boxing for an hour was pretty intimidating. But I realised there was no other way to lose weight, and I was determined to do something about my weight problem. So I joined Live Well. After having my fitness assessment with Matt, I couldn't believe how unfit I was and never thought I'd be able to achieve the fitness goals Matt had set for me. But what I did like was how personal the Live Well experience was. The program that I received was tailored 100% to my needs and interests and comprehensively covered what I should eat and what exercise I needed to do. Anytime I needed a hand with anything, the staff at Live Well were more than happy to help.I knew if I was ever going to achieve my weight loss goals, this was the place I was going to do it. When I first walked into the studio I nearly vomited after running 2 km on the treadmill. 4 months later, I ran the 14 km City 2 Surf in 70 minutes and felt like I could have run another 14 km when it was all over. Having now lost over 20kgs through the care of The Live Well Family, I have well and truly exceeded all of my weight loss and fitness goals. But joining Live Well has given me a lot more than that. All of a sudden, I have never been so confident in every other area of my life as well. What Matt has taught me is that with a clearly defined goal,the right support, and a step by step plan - anything is possible. The only thing that limits our potential in life is ourselves. I will never be able to thank Matt and the Live Well family for changing my life. If a lazy borderline-obese bloke such as myself can start loving going to the gym, anyone can. Every journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step. Thank you Live Well Health and Fitness for helping me take that first step.
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